Oberlin College Athletics Complex
North Fields and Cross Country Course
Located north of Oberlin's outdoor competition venues, North Fields encompasses more than 70 acres of athletic fields, a community fitness trail and the college's cross country course. The area provides practice and competition space for varsity men's and women's lacrosse and cross country, as well as intramural and club sports.
Throughout the fall and spring, North Fields also hosts activities for club ultimate frisbee, rugby and soccer, along with intramural soccer and softball. The community fitness trail features wood-chipped paths with multiple loop options and has welcomed runners, walkers and other community members for outdoor recreation.
North Fields spans more than 70 acres and provides outdoor space for Oberlin athletics, recreation and cross country competition.
70+ Acres Outdoor Recreation Space
4 Loops Fitness Trail Distances
2008 Fitness Trail Opened
Explore the Facility
01 / Cross Country
Home Course for Oberlin
North Fields serves as the home course for Oberlin's men's and women's cross country teams. The course hosts collegiate and high school meets, including major conference competition.
02 / Community Fitness
Wood-Chipped Trail Loops
The community fitness trail opened in fall 2008 and was renovated in 2012. Its wood-chipped routes include loops of one mile, 1,200 meters, 1,000 meters and 400 meters. The trail has been open to the public from dawn to dusk, weather permitting.
03 / Outdoor Athletics
Fields for Multiple Sports
North Fields supports varsity lacrosse and cross country, club ultimate frisbee, rugby and soccer, as well as intramural soccer and softball. The open space supports both organized competition and recreational activities.
Explore North Fields
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Outdoor Recreation at Oberlin. North Fields brings competition, training and community recreation together across more than 70 acres. From cross country meets to club sports and the community fitness trail, the area is an important part of Oberlin's outdoor athletic spaces.
